An effective tortoise nutrition requires extensive knowledge. This requires understanding what species is being fed and its environmental factors; in addition to having a working knowledge of food chemistry and vitamin and mineral trace element metabolisms. There’s a lot of …
Spotted geckos feed on various insects in their natural environments, so your pet gecko should receive an assortment of feeder insects that mimic this diet. Dubia roaches and crickets make good staples, with treats of hornworms or Phoenix worms (black …
Box turtles in the wild typically consume approximately 50-60% animal-based foods and 40% vegetables, fruits, and leaves as part of their diet. Berries with no toxic substances present are highly recommended; flowers should also have low toxic load ratings as …
Treats for leopard geckos can be an enjoyable way to build relationships between pet and owner. Just remember not to feed it fruits and vegetables as leopard geckos are insectivores that could get sick from eating this type of food. …
Gut loading is a critical practice for leopard geckos as their diet primarily consists of feeder insects such as mealworms, morio worms, dubia roaches and crickets; hence feeding more nutritious insects by gut loading will ensure extra vitamins reach your …
Russian tortoises are relatively easy to care for in captivity and have minimal husbandry needs. Being grazers, their diet should consist of grasses, greens, vegetables and fruit. Always provide a shallow dish of water and some dry timothy, alfalfa or …
Gargoyle geckos are arboreal animals and should be kept in a 20 gallon tall tank, with males separated so as to prevent fights between them. Provide your gargoyle gecko with quality reptile food daily in small bio-degradable feeder cups; supplement …
Painted turtles inhabit various aquatic environments in their wild homes. They prefer bodies of fresh water which provide ample opportunities to bask in the sunlight and stretch out and rest their shells. Captive omnivores should be fed Mazuri and ReptoMin …
Eheim feedingSTATION delivers food underwater instead of above, meaning more food gets consumed and your aquarium remains cleaner for longer. The feeder utilizes a translucent drum with an opening that rotates during feeding cycles and can be programmed to provide …
Leachie geckos hailing from New Caledonia are large geckos that can be territorial and cage aggressive, often making noises such as growls, barks and clicks to defend their territory or attract potential mates. They are omnivorous creatures in nature and …